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*Copper
(as TRACCS® copper glycinate chelate)
Albion Mineral

Involved in protein metabolism and healing processes. Helps the body to use vitamin C and works with it in the production of elastin, the principle component of elastic muscle fibers. Also needed to produce collagen, a fundamental protein making up skin, bones, and connective tissue. Necessary for healthy bone formation and maintenance. Prevents the breakdown of protein reducing inflamed arthritis.1,2,3,4 Copper is essential to the healthy production of (SOD) Super Oxide Dismutase within the joint capsule. Super Oxide Dismutase is a powerful free radical scavenger which protects the cartilage from oxidative damage.3, 4

References:
1 Joseph B. Marion, Anti-Aging Manual, The Encyclopedia of Natural Health (1996):112
2 The Nutrition Almanac 3rd Edition (1990): 71
3 Alex Duarte, O.D., Ph.D., The Chicken Sternal Collagen Type II Cure for Arthritis and Heart Disease (1997):39
4 Richard A. Passwater, Ph.D. and Elmer M. Cranton, M.D., Trace Elements, Hair Analysis and Nutrition (1983):147
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